4 Unsung Heroes Who Carried Harambee Stars Through CHAN 2024
These four players did not get much recognition despite their standout performances for Kenya at the tournament...
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Despite a heartbreaking 4-3 penalty shootout loss to Madagascar in the CHAN 2024 quarter-finals on Friday, August 22, the Harambee Stars earned praise for their competitive spirit. While some players garnered significant media attention, the article highlights four unsung heroes crucial to their impressive run.
- Sylvester Owino, centre-back, was a defensive pillar, playing 90 minutes in every match except the quarter-final, showcasing positional discipline and aerial strength.
- Midfielder Alpha Onyango dictated play and broke up attacks, logging 117 minutes against Madagascar, freeing up teammates for offensive plays.
- Michael Kibwage, another centre-back, provided calm and reliability, notably performing a critical goal-line clearance against Zambia, earning a rating of 7.2.
- Goalkeeper Faruk Shikalo, despite fewer minutes, secured a clean sheet against Zambia, ensuring Kenya topped Group A, and was influential off-pitch.
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Government Pledges Harambee Stars Investment & Sonko Petitions CAF for Match Replay After CHAN Exit - August 2025
Following a heartbreaking 4-3 penalty shootout loss to Madagascar in the CHAN 2024 quarter-finals, Harambee Stars received praise for their performance. In response to the match outcome, former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko petitioned the CAF Disciplinary Board to replay the match, alleging two Kenyan goals were wrongly disallowed. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki also announced that the Kenyan government will significantly increase investment in Harambee Stars and other sports. Speaking in Wajir County, he praised the national football team's performance and pledged comprehensive support for their future endeavors. The article also highlighted four unsung heroes crucial to the team's impressive run.
